MISSION STATEMENT

To rekindle the fraternal bonds we experienced in college; to forge new bonds both socially and professionally; to grow the reputation of the fraternity in the community and to give back in a meaningful way to benefit those that can most use our help

Transitions can make the difference between a twenty-year-old chapter having twenty years of experience or the same chapter having one-year experience, twenty times. Few events will affect the immediate future of the chapter more than the transition from one executive council to another. Organization and documentation are the keys to maintaining continuity to the life […]

PIKE University is the only fraternity-sponsored leadership program that provides regional summits for general members in addition to programs offered for chapter leaders. In August of 2017, Town & Country named Pi Kappa Alpha among the most prestigious fraternities in America, citing the Fraternity as a leading competitor for leadership programs. Our undergraduates return to […]

This episode, Jarrett is joined by Chief Financial Officer J.R. Parsons (Wyoming, Iota Alpha ’01) to discuss internal controls. Internal controls are methods put in place by a company to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information meet operational targets and transmit management policies throughout the organization. Internal controls work best when they are […]

A fraternal organization has various target audiences which the fraternity depends on to operate and that rely on the fraternity to add value in return. The public relations function manages the ever-changing relationships an organization has with outside organizations and individuals in order to bring the highest value back to the organization. The name of […]

One of the more challenging aspects of your role as chapter treasurer is walking that fine line between business and brotherhood. You are ultimately responsible for holding your brothers accountable, but it’s not always comfortable having those crucial conversations when a brother starts to fall behind. This episode, Jarrett is joined by Director of Finance […]

The philanthropy and community service efforts of our chapters on an international level truly speak to the good that we can do when we use our resources to benefit our communities. Recalling the four True PIKE commitments, a commitment to our communities goes hand in hand with our membership in this organization. The best way […]

On a fundamental level, scholarship is a priority for all of our chapters. Fraternity doesn’t exist without our host institutions, so an emphasis on scholarship programming is not only encouraged – it’s expected. As members of Pi Kappa Alpha, we should strive to live a life that is congruent with our values of scholars, leaders, […]

At our historic 71st International Convention celebrating 150 years of Pi Kappa Alpha, the Convention floor passed legislation for the implementation of a new holistic membership development program, the True PIKE Experience. Director of Membership Development Devon Teixeira (California State - Fresno, Iota Beta '10) joins Jarrett on the podcast to discuss the ins and […]

When evaluating and eventually bidding a potential new member, it is highly encouraged to use a two-step interview process. This process gives you an opportunity to uncover the recruits’ thoughts and feelings on joining a fraternity, as well as the chance to subtly sell him on why joining PIKE is a good idea. It also […]